When students work with visual models that they can see, manipulate, or create, it opens visual pathways in the brain that provide added meaning to the area of the brain that processes abstract numbers. In this workshop, we will work with visual representations of percents and ratios and discuss how this enables students at… read more

“When am I ever going to use this?”

“Just tell me how to do it.”

“This isn’t going to be on the test.” 

A challenge we may face when we teach for conceptual understanding is student pushback. Many students expect math class to be about memorizing and repeating procedures.… read more

In this two-part offering, advisors and staff who collaborate with advisors are invited to learn about the process of developing an advising scope and sequence for varied-level adult learners. 

In the first session, you will discuss the benefits of developing a structured advising program, explore a sample advising… read more

This third installment in the series of English language arts (ELA) teacher sharing groups will focus on the importance and impact of culturally responsive teaching in English language arts instruction. Join us to share and gain valuable insight into how to incorporate this important component into your ELA teaching. 

In this workshop, you will learn strategies and techniques for teaching English grammar and maximizing opportunities for learners to practice and use new language forms in meaningful, authentic contexts.

Please note: This course will take place in Blackboard, where you will find all… read more